Use and Care

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ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS
It is not necessary to buy all new cookware.
Many pieces already in your kitchen can be
used successfully in your new microwave
oven. Make sure the utensil does not touch
the interior walls during cooking.
Use these utensils for safe microwave
cooking and reheating
·glass ceramic
·heat-resistant glass
·microwave-safe plastics
·paper plates
·microwave-safe pottery, stoneware and
porcelain
·browning dish
These items can be used for short time
reheating of foods that have little fat or
sugar in them:
·wood, straw, wicker
DO NOT USE
·metal pans and bake ware
·dishes with metallic trim
·non-heat-resistant glass
·non-microwave-safe plastic
·recycled paper bags
·food storage bags
·metal twist-ties
Should you wish to check if a dish is safe
for microwaving, place the empty dish in
the oven and microwave on HIGH for 30
seconds. A dish which becomes very hot
should not be used.
The following coverings are ideal:
·Paper towels are good for covering
foods for reheating and absorbing fat
while cooking bacon.
·Wax paper can be used for cooking and
reheating.
·Plastic wrap that is specially marked for
microwave use can be used for cooking
and reheating. DO NOT allow plastic
wrap to touch food. Vent so steam can
escape.
·Lids that are microwave-safe are a
good choice because heat is kept near
the food to hasten cooking.
·Oven cooking bags are good for large
meats or foods that need tenderizing.
DO NOT use metal twist ties.
Remember to slit bag so steam can
escape.
How to use aluminum foil in your
microwave oven:
· Small flat pieces of aluminum foil
placed smoothly on the food can be
used to shield areas that are either
defrosting or cooking too quickly.
· Foil should not come closer than one
inch to any surface of the oven.
ACCESSORIES There are many
microwave accessories available for
purchase. Evaluate carefully before you
purchase so that they meet your needs. A
microwave-safe thermometer will assist
you in determining correct doneness and
assure you that foods have been cooked to
safe temperatures. Summit is not
responsible for any damage to the oven
when accessories are used